Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Long Term Care (PRN)

Lifepoint Health • Etowah, TN

11d • Onsite

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides safe nursing care to assigned long-term care patients under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN), the general supervision of the Department Leader, and the authority of the Chief Nursing Officer. The LPN directs and monitors nursing care, administers medications, performs venipuncture and IV therapy, and carries out specialized treatments and procedures when appropriately trained and proficient. The role also includes assisting with supervision and orientation of nursing assistants and providing care that addresses patients’ physical, psychosocial, educational, and safety needs across child, adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations.

The LPN implements and documents nursing interventions, monitors patients’ physical and psychosocial needs, contributes to revisions of care plans in consultation with an RN, and communicates care information to the health care team. Duties include preparing patients for procedures, assisting physicians, maintaining tubes and catheters, supporting activities of daily living and nutrition, participating in emergency and code situations, and assisting patients and families with discharge instructions. The nurse follows infection-control and safety procedures and may perform other assignments requested by the Department Leader.

This per diem/PRN position is with the Long Term Care Unit at Starr Regional Medical Center in Etowah. The unit describes its environment as supportive and team-focused, emphasizing compassionate, personalized resident care, advocacy, and relationships with residents and their loved ones.

Requirements

• Completion of an LPN/LVN nurse program (diploma or associate-level program) is required.
• Active Tennessee LPN license (single-state or compact) is required; relocating candidates must update licensure to the new Primary State of Residence before employment begins.
• BCLS certification is required.
• Requires critical-thinking skills and decisive judgment.
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision and take appropriate action in a stressful environment.

Responsibilities

• Carry out and document assigned nursing tasks and interventions under RN supervision, and review and revise the plan of care.
• Monitor patients’ physical and psychosocial needs and adjust the plan of care in consultation with an RN.
• Prepare patients for surgery and special procedures.
• Administer medications by all routes and perform venipuncture and IV therapy.
• Direct and assist in supervising Patient Care Technicians; assist with supervision and orientation of Nursing Assistants.
• Provide nutritional support by oral, enteral, or peripheral routes, except hyperalimentation.
• Evaluate, communicate, and document care delivered to other health care team members through reports, care plans, progress notes, and direct communication.
• Insert, monitor, and maintain NG tubes, urinary catheters, and related devices.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, elimination, nutrition, and ambulation.
• Assist physicians with examinations, procedures, and dressing changes as needed.
• Receive physicians’ orders, enter them into the electronic medical record, and complete associated tasks.
• Assist patients and families with discharge instructions and document their responses.
• Follow infection-control and safety policies and procedures to maintain a safe environment.
• Recognize emergency situations, respond appropriately, and participate in code situations as directed.
• Perform shift assessments and report variations or concerns to the RN; give and receive reports on assigned patients.
• Gather patient history and medication information.
• Advocate for patients’ physical and emotional well-being.
• Perform other assignments as requested by the Department Leader.
• Assist with morning care and bed baths.
• Attend and participate in staff meetings, in-services, projects, and committees as assigned.
• Request, organize, and put away supplies; enter work orders; order daily dietary supplies; and perform receptionist duties.
• Work scheduled shifts and overtime as necessary.
• Assist with MDS (Minimum Data Set) sections.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage options are described for full-time and part-time employees.
• Life, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Paid family leave and paid time off.
• Higher-education and certification tuition assistance.
• Loan assistance.
• 401(k) retirement package with company match.
• Wellness programs covering mental, physical, and financial well-being, including free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services, and discount programs.
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Associate degree